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Our News - Third Class to Sixth Class


GAA
Boys had a great day out at Gaelic football.
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Cash 4 Clothes
Our Cash 4 Clothes collection was a success and was taken away to be sorted and weighed! We will hear back from the company in 2 weeks with the amount we raised! We are very proud of our school and the community for getting behind this collection! Every little bit helps! Thank you all again. Also take a look at our video on YouTube
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Hard at Work
Easter is over, it's back to work!
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Cake Sale
What a wonderful cake sale fundraising morning we had! 🎉 The support was absolutely fantastic, and we are so grateful to everyone who helped make it such a success. A huge thank you to all who contributed cakes, buns, and treats — everything was absolutely gorgeous and went down a treat! 🍰🧁 Thank you as well to all the parents and guardians who popped in to support us, and to the households who kindly gave money to their children to spend during the morning — your generosi
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Cake Sale
Thank you all for your generosity and support with the donations to the cake sale! Please call in and sample some of the lovely treats! #cakesale
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Carol Commons - Motivational Speaker
We were very fortunate to have Carol Commons visit our school recently. She spoke to our 4th,5th and 6th class students. She shared her full story of her North Channel journey, the training, the failed attempts, the lessons learned along the way, and finally reaching Scotland. Some of her successes to date are the following: North Channel Swimmer (1st from Connacht) Irish Triple Crown holder (North Channel, Fastnet & Galway Bay) Connacht Swimmer of the year 2024 Mayo sports s
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Dragon Eyes!!!
6th class created dragon eyes in Art using Clay. Once dry they began painting their creations! Fabulous colours and creativity #clay #painting #dragoneyes #6thclass
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World War 2
Ms.Bowe’s 6th class have been learning all about “World War 2” in SESE recently. They each completed projects based on WW2 and presented them to their classmates! Lots of integrated learning of SESE, ICT, Literacy, presentation skills #6thclass #projectwork #worldwar2history
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World Book Day
Our school was awash with brilliant costumes to celebrate World Book Day. It is always a great day marking World Book Day. Reading is such an important skill for children to have and the gift of a book can open up a world to learning and imagination. Take a look at our video on YouTube “The more that you read , the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.” Dr. Suess
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GAA Coaching
A gorgeous spring day kicked off o ur first day of GAA coaching! A bright blue sky and lots of laughs The children loved welcoming Frank to our school and enjoyed every minute of it! We look forward to learning new skills with him #GAA #mayogaa #coaching #sportforall #youthdevelopmentofficer
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Seachtain na Gaeilge
Seachtain na Gaeilge i rang a sé. Bhí comórtas seanfhocail, tráth na gceist, filíocht, ceol agus ceilí ar siúl sa rang. Rinne siad cluichí agus leitheoireacht le na naíonán. Chomh maith le sin, bhain siad an thaitneamh as an dramaíocht a scríobh siad, ‘Bialann Blasta’. Maith sibh! Tír gan teanga, tír gan anam. #seachtainnagaeilge #snag #rangasé #molanóigeagustiocfaidhsí www.rehinsns.com
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Mick's Garage Visit
Our 5th and 6th classes had an amazing day visiting the Mick’s Garage warehouse, discovering how car parts are stored, picked and shipped all around the world. Such an inspiring, hands-on experience for our students — a huge thank you to Mick, Padraig and all the team at Mick’s Garage for making us feel so welcome!
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Chess - Ficheall Competition
Our chess teams performed very well in the Ficheall competitions in Knockmore Hall last Friday. Both teams finished in the top two. Well done everyone! #chess #primaryschools #chess Thank you to Mr.Healy who has brought the interest and enjoyment of playing chess into the school!
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6th Class celebrate their Confirmation
Congratulations to our 6th class students who received the sacrament of Confirmation. Thank you to Ms. Bowe and Ms. Gordon for preparing the children so well. Special thanks also to Fr. Reilly for all the time he gives to our school and especially our sacrament classes.
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Seachtain na Gaeilge i Rang a Sé.
Bhí comórtas seanfhocail, tráth na gceist, filíocht, ceol agus ceilí ar siúl sa rang. Rinne siad cluichí agus leitheoireacht le na naíonán. Chomh maith le sin, bhain siad an thaitneamh as an dramaíocht a scríobh siad, ‘Bialann Blasta’. Maith sibh! Tír gan teanga, tír gan anam. #seachtainnagaeilge #snag #rangasé #molanóigeagustiocfaidhsí www.rehinsns.com
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Every day is a school day
The Sleepy Scholar and I had a really great time with the students and teachers of Rehins National School this week, talking folklore, local legends and, of course, our own St Patrick, his many tales and travels! Huge thanks to Ms Bourke and team for the invite, the students were full of brilliant questions and definitely kept us on our toes! It was very cool going back to my old school and touring my old classroom... last seen in 1982... time sure flies #meetmeinmayo
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Lá na bPancóg
The smell of pancakes filled the school yesterday as the children had the best day celebrating Pancake Tuesday. #pancakes #pancaketuesday #yumyum Video here
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Spring Work
Spring work is well underway in Ms.Gallagher’s room! #springhassprung #lifecycleofthefrog
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Garda Visit
Thank you to Community Garda David Reilly who facilitated a talk today with our 6th class on online safety.
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WW2 and 6th Class.
6th class have been busy learning about World War 2. They researched topics of interest to them and presented their projects to their classmates via Google Slides. Artwork included the creation of scenes from The Blitz and construction has begun of World War 2 dioramas, fighter aircraft, U- Boats and many more. We are looking forward to seeing the finished products.
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Basketball Fun for 3rd Class
Third Class have great basketball fun with coach, Mark.
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Acids and Bases in 3rd Class!
Experimenting with acids and bases in 3rd class
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Lá Fhéile Bríde 2026
There was a real buzz of spring in the school this week as children took part in lots of activities for Lá Fhéile Bríde. A special thank you to the 5th and 6th class children who shared their skills with the younger classes by making crosses with them 💚 . Click on the image below to view lots of super pics.
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Minister's Visit
Another look at the wonderful projects the 6th class had put together ahead of @daracalleary visit #politics #oireachtas #government #6thclass www.rehinsns.com
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Minister Calleary Visits Our School
Our 6th class students meeting Dara Calleary TD today
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Mid-West Radio Interview
Interview with Mid West radio. Student Council members, Alex, Harry and Emily discussing our school's favourite recipes from our new cook book.
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Christmas Cheer on Pearse Street
Our 4th-6th class students filled Pearse Street with Christmas Cheer on Wednesday! Thanks to all who came and supported. Special mention to the staff members who prepared the children so well! YouTube slideshow - here
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Carol Service
We held a lovely Carol Service on Thursday 18th. The 1st class to 6th class students performed lovely songs and performances based around the Nativity Story. Well done to all the teachers for preparing the children and to Ms. Gilmartin and Mr. Judge for all the extra musical input and rehearsing they gave to the children! Thank you to Karen Madden who lent us some microphones for the evening and offered help and her expertise during rehearsals! It was a lovely wholesome eveni
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Seniors Christmas Art
A selection of wonderful art work created by 3rd-6th class can be viewed on our slideshow by clicking here or on the picture below.
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Annual Dublin Tour 2025 – What a Day!
An early start at 6am to make it to the Gaiety Panto for Beauty and the Beast at 10.30am… and it was worth every yawn! Our planned visit to the Dáil was cancelled last minute due to President Zelenskyy's visit, but we still got a special surprise when Dara Calleary TD popped by to say hello outside the Gaiety! After the show, we headed to Liffey Valley for some well-deserved shopping before making our way home… with a little extra drama thanks to a puncture! Oh no we di
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Incredible Edibles!
Well done to last year's fourth class who received a gold standard in their incredible edibles project. Thank you to Agri Aware for organizing this initiative.
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Sixth Class Field Trip
6th class went on a “Big Field Trip” led by Heritage in Schools
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Hallowe'en Fun
6th class were busy in the lead up to Halloween creating Halloween tea light holders, Frankenstein marshmallow treats and Halloween drawings! We also have a video!!
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Hallowe'en in Sixth Class
6th class were busy in the lead up to Halloween creating Halloween tea light holders, Frankenstein marshmallow treats and Halloween drawings!
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CPR Training
6th class completed their CPR training last week with Christopher Ormsby organised and paid for by the parents association. Thank you Rehins N.S Parents Association for this important training for our students.
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Super Work from Fourth Class
A selection of pictures showing some great work done in September in 4th class. Autumn art, tree passports and 3D shapes.
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Election Fever!
Our Student Council elections took place yesterday. Over the past couple of weeks, the children from 3rd-6th class have been creating their manifestos and canvassing to their peers. This was a great way for the students to learn about their democratic right to vote/freedom of choice especially with the upcoming presidential election just days away. Thank you to Ms.Horkan for guiding and working with the children on this election. Special thanks to Senator Mark Duffy who took
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Halloween Fun!
Just a small snippet of the fantastic costumes that were around our school on Tuesday! Everyone went to great efforts with their costumes and it was a fantastic day in our school!
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Congrats to our Cross Country Runners
Congratulations and Well Done to all our students who represented the school competing in School’s cross country competition held in Belleek on Thursday 25th Sept. A special congratulations to our students who qualified onto the Mayo Cross Country competition.
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3rd Class at Nadia Gym
3rd class attended gymnastics this term with the fantastic team at Nadia Gym. The whole class thoroughly enjoyed their weekly gym session and make huge progress. Many thanks to all in Nadia Gym.
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School Chess Tournament Success!
Well done to 4th class and Mr. Healy for organizing the school chess tournament. They enjoyed the 3D printing of the trophies and organizing the matches. Well done to all prize winners and all who took part.
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Championes!
Our 5th and 6th class girls played in the Celtic Cup today hosted by Ballina Town FC . Our girls were victorious in the final and for...
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Confirmation Class 2025
Confirmation Class 2025
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Polytunnel Success!
Our Polytunnel is blooming with lots of fruit and vegetables.
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Celebrating Autism Awareness Month
Thank you to everyone for your support in celebrating Autism Awareness Month. We are so proud of all our kids and, as you will see for...
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School Plans
In this YouTube video, Acting Principal, Ms. Fiona Bourke provides an outline to the many great initiatives that have taken place during...
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National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day 2025
This second video tells the story of Sophie, a wonderful pupil in our school who lives with Cerebral Palsy.
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National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day
We are delighted to celebrate National Cerebral Palsy Awareness Day, which took place on March 25th, with our videos for 2025. The first...
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Celebrating Our Pupils
Please take a look at our video celebrating World Down Syndrome Day 2025
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Odd Sock Day!
Looking forward to marking this special day tomorrow! Get your odd socks ready! #WorldDownSyndromeDay2025 #oddsocksday
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